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- Galaxy S11 Variants & Model Numbers Leak In Fresh Report - Wccftech
- Friendly reminder: Fingerprints are a bad way to secure your phone - Android Authority
- 20 photos taken with the Pixel 4's camera: You be the judge - CNET
| Galaxy S11 Variants & Model Numbers Leak In Fresh Report - Wccftech Posted: 19 Oct 2019 05:44 PM PDT  Courtesy: Vaaju Recently, Samsung's Galaxy S10 was found, by an unsuspecting user, to have a major security flaw. Apparently, given the right conditions, it's possible to unlock the smartphone using any fingerprint in addition to the one that's stored in the device. It's a big blunder from Samsung and the company has promised to make ammends. Now, with 2019 about to end, it's time to start taking a look at what to expect from the Galaxy S11 lineup. Today we've got alleged codenames for the smartphones, so take a look below for more details. Galaxy S11 Lineup's Internal Codemanes Leak Suggesting That We'll Get Three New Devices Next Year With 5G Across The BoardSamsung chose to overhaul the Galaxy S lineup's design and form with the S10 smartphones. Additionally, in order to broaden the lineup's reach, the company also introduced a new device dubbed as the S10e. Now, it looks as if Samsung will continue launching three devices as a part of its flagship smartphone lineup. According to a report from China, the Korean tech giant will introduce three new Galaxy S smartphones next year. All device variants destined for South Korea will feature 5G connectivity. The devices, as you'd expect, are tentatively dubbed 'Galaxy S11e', 'Galaxy S11' and 'Galaxy S11 Plus'.
The following are the device names and their codenames:
The big reveal in this report is 5G support for the Galaxy S11e. Samsung became one of the first smartphone manufacturers to introduce 5G on its smartphones last year. The move gave it adequate time to gather real-world 5G usage data, and allow its South Korean customers to benefit from the technology. As compared to the US, South Korea is further ahead in its 5G rollout, with networking equipment from Samsung playing a major role in the rollout. Right now, we've got few concrete details to report for the Galaxy S11 lineup's specifications. However, whispers on the rumor mill and natural progression in technology do allow us educated guesses. Therefore, it's believed that the S11s will feature 5x optical and 10x lossless zoom, EUV fabricated chips and 5G connectivity. The devices will also use Samsung's latest M10 display material. Now only if leaks for the devices because a regular thing. Finally, do wait for corroborations before taking these details as set in stone. Thoughts? Let us know what you think in the comments section below and stay tuned. We'll keep you updated on the latest. Products mentioned in this post Galaxy S10 The links above are affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, Wccftech.com may earn from qualifying purchases. Share Tweet Submit |
| Friendly reminder: Fingerprints are a bad way to secure your phone - Android Authority Posted: 19 Oct 2019 08:50 AM PDT  Samsung has spent millions on making its phones more secure, and on making sure customers know about it. You'd think all that money would be enough to fend off the threat of a $2 silicone case. Apparently not. $2 phone case vs tech mega-corporationIf there's ever an appropriate time to call a gigantic tech conglomerate "red faced," it's probably now. In a terse statement released yesterday, Samsung acknowledged some clear cases and screen protectors can be used to bypass the fingerprint sensors on the Galaxy S10, Galaxy 10 Plus, Galaxy S10 5G, Galaxy Note 10, and Galaxy Note 10 Plus. You don't need a 3D printer, super-high-res camera, latex molds, or any cloak-and-dagger nonsense. A dirt-cheap phone case is all you need to unlock someone's Samsung flagship.
It's hard to excuse this massive breach of trust, and it's even harder to understand why Samsung has so far failed to apologize to customers. Yet, this embarrassing mishap isn't that surprising in the scheme of things. Biometrics make for poor security anywayThe truth is, fingerprints and other biometric authentication methods are flawed. You shouldn't rely on them if you actually care about mobile security. PINs and passwords are much more secure — if less convenient — methods of authentication. There are several reasons why an old-fashioned password is preferable to fingerprint readers, facial scanners, or retina/iris scanners. For one, it's easier to force someone to unlock their device with their fingerprint or face than it typically is to force them to reveal a password or PIN. It's much easier to trick people into unlocking their device too — sometimes all it takes is to place the device in front of them while they're sleeping (just ask Google Pixel 4 reviewers).
There are legal implications as well. In some jurisdictions, you can't be compelled to provide a password due to protections against self-incrimination, but you can be compelled to touch a sensor or look at your phone, just like you can be forced to provide a DNA swab. Now, the number of people who'll ever run into this issue is relatively small, but there are legitimate reasons you may want to avoid giving authorities access to your device. Then there's the problem of the many ways sensors and scanners can be "hacked." Sometimes it requires expensive equipment and a determined attacker. In other cases, a picture of the owner or a simple silicone case will do the trick. You could argue that fingerprint and facial scanners are good enough for 99% of users. Granted, most people will never have to worry about authorities rummaging through their messages or any shady entities stealing their fingerprints from their Facebook profile. It's also true that biometric sensors have improved security for millions of users who, otherwise, could not be bothered with typing a PIN every time they unlock their phones.
But the stakes are getting higher all the time. We now use our faces and fingerprints to unlock our bank accounts, authorize payments in stores, and gain access to password lockers like LastPass. For now, that means your digital identity. In a few years, smartphones will be your identity, both online and in real life. Finally, passwords have another massive advantage over biometric authentication methods: they're disposable. You can always change your PIN or password, but what happens when your immovable physical traits leak? How do you update your fingerprints or your retina? What you can doIf you're worried about smartphone security, there are a few simple things you can do to protect yourself:
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| 20 photos taken with the Pixel 4's camera: You be the judge - CNET Posted: 19 Oct 2019 02:00 AM PDT  The Pixel 4 has a standard and telephoto camera on its back. Angela Lang/CNETGoogle revealed its latest Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL phones at the 2019 Made by Google event on Tuesday, with several new features that include Android 10, motion sensing and accident detection. But the company also updated the phone's camera, adding a telephoto lens and improved low-light shooting -- including astrophotography -- and portrait mode. Read CNET's exclusive look at the new Pixel 4 camera features. In an Amazon-style autumnal windfall of products, also unveiled at the 2019 Made by Google event in New York were the Pixel Buds 2 wireless earphones, Pixelbook Go Chromebook, Nest Mini smart speaker and Nest Wifi smart router. Google Stadia also got a release date. As the successor to the Pixel 3, the Pixel 4 has big shoes to fill when it comes to its camera. Back in 2018, the Pixel 3's most compelling feature was its excellent camera, and we were impressed by how well it captured beautiful photos using just a single rear camera during a time when its competitors employed two or more. These days, however, competition is fierce, with both the iPhone 11 and Note 10 having their own low-light modes that work impressively. With a Pixel 4 in tow, we took the phone out for a spin and captured a few photos with its new dual cameras. Take a look below and let us know what you think about the phone in the reader comments. Will you be getting the Pixel 4? For more information check out CNET's full coverage of Google's Pixel 4 event and read our Pixel 4 hands-on. Portrait mode  Selfies  Close-ups     Range of lighting       Astrophotography taken with the Pixel 4's Night Sight     $125  CNET may get a commission from retail offers. |
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